About Us · Our Mission
OUR MISSION
The 26.2 Foundation is a philanthropic non-profit 501(c)3 organization with community roots in Hopkinton, MA and international reach. We make investments in programs that promote education, fitness and health. We also create and lead international programs that promote economic and business development, local and international academic initiatives and government relations.
Programs include:
Government and public initiatives in local, state, national and international settings
Facilitating international relations and economic development
Celebrating the sport of marathoning regionally, nationally and globally
Creating and supporting multi-generational wellness, fitness, and educational programs
Establishing the International Marathon Center
Investing in programs that advance the civic image of Hopkinton, MA, the MetroWest region and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Conceiving of, facilitating and leading fund-raising projects